Sample Courses
*Weekend/Evening Term at MSMU Hollywood Studio
Foundations of Photography*
FLM/PHO 2
Learn the fundamentals of digital photography and DSLR cameras.
View CourseEditing with Davinci Resolve*
FLM 100B
Learn how to use the free editing software DaVinici Resolve in one weekend!
View CourseIntro to Film
FLM 101
Introduction to the history, structure, and aesthetics of the film industry.
View CourseVoice Diction & Camera Persona*
FLM 106
Students learn and practice artistic and technical skills of voice over and on-camera persona.
View CourseFood & Beverage Photography*
FLM/PHO 112
The art of still and motion photography of food and drink for commercial, advertising, or motion picture.
View CourseGender & Media
FLM 124
Exploration of the roles of women in the media and the historic and contemporary issues they face.
View CourseDocumentary Filmmaking*
FLM 129AB
Exploration and application of the fundamental elements of documentary production. Students create short documentary projects.
View CourseHistory of American Cinema*
FLM 132
Explore the movies and filmmakers that shaped the modern film industry.
View CourseIntro to Digital Video Production*
FLM 139A
Learn the basics of camera, lighting, and sound.
View CourseEditing 1: AVID 101*
FLM 140A
Explore the basics of video editing with the industry-dominant Avid’s Media Composer software.
View CoursePost Production Audio*
FLM 143A
Learn how to record and mix dialogue, music, and sound effects for media.
View CourseDigital Cinematography A*
FLM 144A
Exploration and application of cinematic lighting. Introduction to advanced cameras such as the Canon C-500.
View CourseDigital Cinematography B*
FLM 144B
Exploration and application of cinematic lighting. Introduction to advanced cameras such as the RED Epic Dragon and Arri Amira. Prerequisite: FLM 144A
View CourseCinema & Civil Rights
FLM 163
Special focus on race representation in film in the context of the Civil Rights Movement.
View CourseIndependent Project*
FLM 176ABC
Students pitch and create an independent creative project.
View CourseScience Fiction & Human Rights*
FLM 177
Exploration of the Science Fiction genre and it’s been role in addressing social justice issues.
View CourseMasters of Light*
FLM/PHO 180
Celebration and exploration of the photographers and cinematographers that shape the images and films we love today.
View CourseProduction Workshop*
FLM 193A
Work with graduate film students in the production of a Professional web-based dramaDc series.
View CourseBasic News Writing
JRN 101
An introduction to writing for news including broadcast, websites and other news formats (online and print).
View CoursePhotojournalism*
JRN 112
Exploration and application of the visual storytelling skills and journalistic ethics of the photojournalist.
View CourseEditing
JRN 115
An introduction to text editing that examines the accuracy, style and format of texts and their preparation for broadcast, print or new media.
View CourseSpecial Topics: Color Correction*
FLM 199
Learn the art of color correction and manipulation for film using the industry standard software, Davinci Resolve.
View CourseInternship
FLM/JRN 197AB
Get real-world experience serving in an internship with an organization in your field.
View CourseSenior Capstone*
FLM 198
Prepare a professional reel or portfolio and online presence to prepare you for the job market after graduation.
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